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Top Things to Do in Sámara

We compared all 13 experiences in Sámara so you can choose in minutes: real prices, verified reviews and our editorial picks.

★4.8 13 experiences from US$ 4 ✓Free cancellation on most experiences

Must-do experiences

Horseback Riding in Samara: Jungle and Beach
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Most booked
Horseback Riding in Samara: Jungle and BeachRide through jungle and along Buena Vista Beach near Samara with a guide who matches the horse to your level. Pickup from your hotel included, morning or sunset departure.
328 reviews
4.93★
Duration
2h 30m
Mon–SatLive guide EN · FR · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 64per person
Playa Sámara: Family Surf Lessons & Free Board Rental
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★Top rated
Playa Sámara: Family Surf Lessons & Free Board RentalFeel the Pacific at Playa Sámara with surf lessons for all ages, run by local instructors. Includes rashguards, board rental, and flexible timing. Just book & ride.
287 reviews
4.99★
Duration
1h 30m
Every dayLive guide EN · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 80per person
Horse riding tour Long Beach: River, jungle and beach
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Best value
Horse riding tour Long Beach: River, jungle and beachRide through Guanacaste forest and across Buenavista river on horseback, then paddle into the Pacific at a deserted grey-sand beach, calm horses.
162 reviews
4.83★
Duration
2h 30m
Every dayLive guide EN · FR · ESFree cancellationfromUS$ 69per person

Recommended (7)

Sámara Surf Lessons: 2-Hour Classes & Equipment Included
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Sámara Surf Lessons: 2-Hour Classes & Equipment Included
127 reviews
4.96★
Duration
2h
fromUS$ 80per person
Samara: Werner Sauter Reserve Hike & Mango Tasting Tour
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Travelers' pick
Samara: Werner Sauter Reserve Hike & Mango Tasting Tour
122 reviews
4.75★
Duration
2h 30m
fromUS$ 47per person
Guanacaste Airport Transfer: Private Ride from Hotel to LIR
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Travelers' pick
Guanacaste Airport Transfer: Private Ride from Hotel to LIR
114 reviews
4.70★
Duration
1h–3h
fromUS$ 5US$ 4per person
Snorkeling in Samara: Dolphin watching and reef exploration
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Travelers' pick
Snorkeling in Samara: Dolphin watching and reef exploration
90 reviews
4.72★
Duration
4h
fromUS$ 73per person
Horseback riding in Costa Rica: Barigona Beach & jungle
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Horseback riding in Costa Rica: Barigona Beach & jungle
90 reviews
4.72★
Duration
3h
fromUS$ 79per person
Sámara: Chora Island Kayak & Snorkeling with Fruit Snack
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Travelers' pick
Sámara: Chora Island Kayak & Snorkeling with Fruit Snack
78 reviews
4.72★
Duration
2h 30m
fromUS$ 63per person
Guanacaste: Horseback safari tour with river & jungle wildlife
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Guanacaste: Horseback safari tour with river & jungle wildlife
26 reviews
4.85★
Duration
1h
fromUS$ 49per person

More options (2)

Airport Transfers to Azura Beach Resort: Private Pickup Liberia
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Airport Transfers to Azura Beach Resort: Private Pickup LiberiaPrivate airport transfer from Liberia to Azura Beach Resort in Sámara with AC minibus, meet-and-greet service, and bottled water for seamless arrival.
2 reviews
5.00★
Duration
2h–3h
Every dayLive guide EN · ESHotel pickupFree cancellationfromUS$ 305per group
Ziplining over 11 Waterfalls from Guanacaste: 18 cables
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Ziplining over 11 Waterfalls from Guanacaste: 18 cablesZipline 18 cables over 11 waterfalls near Guanacaste with a professional bilingual guide, rappel down a cascade, cross a Tibetan bridge.
1 review
5.00★
Duration
8h
start times · Every day
4
Live guide EN · ESPickup optionalFree cancellationfromUS$ 89per person

Sámara at a glance ✓ 2026-11-04

  • Most booked: Horseback Riding in Samara: Jungle and Beach, US$ 64 (2h 30m, 4.93★ · 328).
  • Top rated: Playa Sámara: Family Surf Lessons & Free Board Rental, US$ 80 (1h 30m, 4.99★ · 287).
  • Best value: Horse riding tour Long Beach: River, jungle and beach, US$ 69 (2h 30m, 4.83★ · 162).

Of the 13 experiences: 12 with free cancellation, 7 with instant confirmation, 8 with hotel pickup and 2 bookable last-minute.

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